The moment Darcy read "Rearing Chamber Seven," her heart lurched. Her hand moved toward the iron box before she could stop herself.Before her fingers could touch the metal, a hot, large hand closed steadily around her wrist.Asher pulled her half a step into his chest, his hand sliding down to wrap her cool fingers entirely in his palm and squeeze. His rough fingertips brushed her tight knuckles, his body heat pressing over her."What's the rush? It's covered in rusted, dirty lead foil."Asher's other hand pulled her behind him. His tall frame blocked the table. He flipped his wrist and slid the tip of his knife into the copper lock's seam. He pressed down casually. A muffled crack, and the rusted lock snapped in two, spinning half a turn on the edge of the table.He pushed the lid open and only then turned, pulling Darcy back in front of him.Across the long table, Silas bit down on his cigarette, eyes half-lidded on Asher's arm locked aro
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